Podcasts about Parenthood

Honor Jones' debut novel, “Sleep,” begins in the damp undergrowth of a blackberry bush, where main character Margaret is playing a game. It's a quintessential childhood moment that ends with trauma that marks her forever. But like many kids, Margaret doesn't quite know how to hold this painful thing, and the adults in her life are no help. So she stuffs it and believes it will stay buried, where it can harm no one.And then she becomes a mother. Jones asks many psychological questions in “Sleep.” Maybe the most poignant: How does a parent keep their own trauma from hurting their kids? How do you raise a child to be safe without infecting them with a sense of fear?This week, on Big Books and Bold Ideas, Jones joins host Kerri Miller to talk about that, as well as the power of secrets, the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the tenuous balance between protection and hypervigilance. Guest: Honor Jones is a senior editor at The Atlantic and a writer. Her debut novel, “Sleep,” was named “one of the best summer reads of 2025” by the Oprah Book Club.Subscribe to Big Books and Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, RSS or anywhere you get your podcasts.Subscribe to the Thread newsletter for the latest book and author news and must-read recommendations.

Send us a textEver wonder what happens when French culinary techniques meet Caribbean flavors in a small Florida town? Chef Elijah Rock is answering that question at Bricks (B-R-I-X) in Port Richey, where he's crafting accessible fine dining while embracing first-time fatherhood.The journey from Vermont to Florida's Gulf Coast has been transformative for Chef Rock, who brings a strong French foundation to his new coastal home. His standout dishes—sugar-brined pork chops with house-made Caribbean sauce and U10 scallops with smoked tomato emulsion and creamed corn—showcase his talent for elevating familiar ingredients through technique without intimidating price points.What sets Chef Rock apart is his commitment to reshaping kitchen culture. Rejecting the hostile environments that once defined the industry, he's building a space where creativity thrives through respect and collaboration. This approach also guides his parenting, as he and his wife (who serves and tends bar at Bricks) build a balanced family life around their shared love for hospitality.Chef Rock's vision goes beyond Port Richey—he's eager to bring Tampa to Bricks through collab dinners and food festivals. His goal isn't just success—it's creating something his daughter will be proud of.Follow Chef Elijah Rock on Instagram @chefelijah.rock and visit Bricks in Port Richey, where high-end ingredients meet neighborhood prices in a dining experience redefining coastal Florida cuisine.Introducing the SupraCut System - the automated solution that enhances safety, quality, and efficiency, cutting up to 120 perfect citrus wedges per minute, 6 times faster than manual. Patented tech delivers uniform slices, reducing waste and eliminating plastic, while the hygienic, contactless design lowers contamination and injuries, integrating seamlessly to transform your operations and improve profitability - get started at SupraCut.com and ask about risk-free trials. The following brands and companies help us continue supporting the food industry - have a look below! Support the showWalk-In Talk Podcast Where kitchen culture meets raw storytelling. Hosted by Carl Fiadini, founder of Walk-In Talk Media, this #1 Apple-ranked food podcast dives deep with chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, and frontline pros. From trade shows to short films, we bring the food world to life—one honest conversation at a time. We're the Official Podcast Partner for the NY, CA & FL Restaurant Shows, Pizza Tomorrow Summit, and U.S. Culinary Open. Brand Partners: RAK Porcelain USA Metro Foodservice SupraCut Systems Aussie Select Crab Island Seafood Pass the Honey The Burnt Chef Project Citrus America Walk-In Talk Media proudly serves as the North American media partner for The Burnt Chef Project, supporting mental health in hospitality.

Has feminism betrayed the very women it promised to empower? Deborah France-White, Louise Perry, and Erica Komisar go head-to-head on the hidden costs of sexual freedom.  Deborah Frances-White is a bestselling author and host of The Guilty Feminist podcast, Louise Perry is a journalist and author of The Case Against the Sexual Revolution, and Erica Komisar is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and author of books such as, ‘Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety'.  In this heated debate, they discuss: What casual sex is really doing to women.  Why relationships are declining. The parenting crisis that no one's talking about. Why fewer people are having children. How modern dating is affecting female self-worth. 00:00 Intro02:29 Introducing the Panel03:43 What Is the Sexual Revolution?10:16 Autonomy, Freedom, and Agency as a Byproduct of the Sexual Revolution15:03 Casual Sex and Hookup Culture31:02 One Sexual Partner for Life33:15 Age of Marriage Increasing Over Time33:55 Emotional Consequences of Sex39:51 Feminists Typically Have Had Trauma43:28 Agency as a Personality Trait47:42 Sex Education in Schools49:34 Female Pleasure51:27 Is Sexual Freedom Making Us Happy?53:51 Feeling Bullied by the Narrative of Freedom57:44 Ads59:47 Manosphere and Tradwives01:07:10 Do Women Want Men to Be Providers?01:08:01 Children and Gender Roles01:12:23 Poor Mothers Looking After Children01:18:32 The Role Feminism Has Had on Motherhood01:22:35 Would Steven Take 3 Years Off Work to Raise Children?01:23:43 Men and Women's Nurturing Hormones01:28:12 We Can't Be Neutral About Policies01:30:39 The Narrative That Having Children Is Miserable01:32:27 Female Guilt01:33:35 Parenthood and Narcissism01:41:42 Birth Rates Declining01:43:06 Traditional Gender Roles01:48:44 Demonizing Feminism01:52:53 Link Between Political Stance and Number of Children01:57:03 Ads01:58:48 Pornography02:06:17 Masculine Virtues02:11:31 Do Boys and Girls Need to Be Parented Differently?02:13:00 Chivalry02:14:05 Evolutionary Differences02:19:20 Quotas in Education02:21:17 Final Thoughts Deborah: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3ZZFB39 Deborah's book, ‘Six Conversations We're Too Scared To Have', here: https://bit.ly/45ufBAh Follow Erica: Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lchbvi Erica's book, ‘Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety', here: https://bit.ly/3G2OhyI Follow Louise: X - https://bit.ly/3I1aHRu Louise's book, ‘The Case Against the Sexual Revolution: A New Guide to Sex in the 21st Century', here: https://bit.ly/4kN5QSD The Diary Of A CEO: Join DOAC circle here -https://doaccircle.com/ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors:  Stan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/joinstanchallenge to join the challenge!KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Are your kids the center of your world—but your marriage feels more like a roommate situation?In this episode, we're talking about one of the hardest but most important truths for moms to hear: your marriage has to be a priority—even after kids.It's so easy to pour everything into motherhood and assume your relationship can wait. But the truth is, every time you put your marriage on the backburner without circling back to reconnect, you're creating more distance—and that gap only grows with time.Tune in to learn:Why your marriage should come before your kids (yes, really)How society glorifies child-centered parenting and why it's hurting your relationshipWhat your kids actually need from you and your partnerIf your marriage has lost its spark and you're ready to shift the dynamic, this is your sign to do something about it—starting now.Create your marriage vision here! Book a clarity call to get personalized support here!Thank you for listening!If you resonated with this episode and you're ready to break the cycles you've noticed in your marriage, reach out by booking a clarity call to become a client! https://michellepurta.as.me/clarityConnect and send a message letting me know what you took away from this episode: @michellepurtacoaching and follow me on threads @michellepurtacoaching!If you would like to support this show, please rate and review the show, and share it with people you know would love this show too!Additional Resources:Ready to put a stop to the arguments in your marriage?  Watch this free masterclass - The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't)Want to handle conflict with more confidence? Download this free workbook!Wanna make communication feel easy and stop feeling like roommates so you can bring back the romance and excitement into your marriage? Learn more about how coaching here!

Who are we now? In this candid and heartwarming episode, Peyton and Alaina dive into the messy, magical transformation that is motherhood and identity. From career pivots to shifting self-image, they open up about how becoming moms changed the way they see themselves—and the world. Expect honest stories, big laughs, maybe a few tears, and a reminder that evolving is part of the ride. Whether you're deep in the trenches or just figuring it all out, this one's for you.Follow us on Instagram- ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mommeetsworldpod/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us-   mommeetsworldpod@gmail.comMoments- Peyton- Handmaids Tale- https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/tv-series/the-handmaids-taleA Court of Thorns and Roses https://sarahjmaas.com/a-court-of-thorns-roses-series/Alaina- Mobland https://tv.apple.com/au/show/mobland/umc.cmc.6zjgmokttx7mvjc3x44kd5dqi Ginny and Georgia https://www.netflix.com/watch/81025696?source=35Sponsors- Clean Lemon - Code MOMMEETSWORLD50⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cleanlemonllc.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NaturoBest Supplements - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naturobest.com/collections/shop?sca_ref=8539966.ygLhP1yF8K&utm_source=naturobest_site&utm_medium=affliliate_link&utm_campaign=8539966alaina-brookmyer

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For most of his life, comedian W. Kamau Bell assumed his single mom never had sex after she made him. Today, he gets the real story. ⭐️ This episode originally aired on July 12, 2016 and is a favorite from the LST archives. It's also part of our ongoing Sex & Parenthood series. We'll be airing a few episodes from the series over the next few weeks, while we gear up for our next batch of new episodes. You can find the full series here. … Join LST+ for community and access to You Know What, another show in the Longest Shortest universe! Follow us on Instagram Website: longestshortesttime.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get it. You want to protect your kids. But as bestselling author and podcaster Greta Eskridge shares, it's not going to do the job by adding another filter or keeping the computer in the family room. You've got to have the conversation about pornography to truly help your kids. Find out how to have that conversation on this week's episode with AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3HJd0IS

In this previously recorded livestream, we unpack common myths, taboos, and cultural assumptions surrounding love, sexuality, parenting, and polygamy from an Ifá perspective. This candid conversation explores the deeper spiritual teachings behind sex outside of marriage, contraception, abortion, homosexuality, and more—while also honoring the lived experiences of modern practitioners. Whether you're curious about how Ifá views LGBTQ+ identity, or wondering what it means to raise children in alignment with your destiny, this episode offers guidance rooted in Yoruba cosmology and traditional ethics.

I'm often asked to share on hot tips when it comes to business. I'm no business guru, just a Melbourne mum who had an idea to start a podcast, turned it into a business and had so many stumbles along the way. So this week I'm sharing some of my lessons including:

A haunting melody becomes the thread between love, loss, and the mysterious forces that blur the line between life and death.C.S. Fuqua's books include Fatherhood ~ Poems of Parenthood, Walking After Midnight ~ Collected Stories, Big Daddy's Fast-Past Gadget, Native American Flute ~ A Comprehensive Guide, and White Trash & Southern ~ Collected Poems. His work has appeared in publications such as Year's Best Horror Stories XIX, XX and XXI, Pudding, The Horror Show, Pearl, Chiron Review, Christian Science Monitor, The Old Farmer's Almanac, The Writer, and Honolulu Magazine.Photo by Raghavendra V. Konkathi on UnsplashYou can read "Rise Up" at https://www.kaidankaistories.com.Website: kaidankaistories.comPlease feel free to contact me through the website contact form.Other stories by C. S. Fuqua featured on the podcast:ObonContritionPhoto by Hashem Al-Hebshi on UnsplashFollow us on: InstagramFacebookBlueskySubstack

In this episode, Hilliard and guest co-host writer/producer Deonte Staats sit down for a two hour, nothing but game conversation with Showrunner/Co-Creator of the new MAX hit series DUSTER!Highlights: LaToya's time in the Warner Bros Writers Workshop, the Overall Deal and how it works, the John Wells system, creating the show Duster, casting, staffing the room, the importance of what's on the page and we later open it up for a super fun Q&A with a group of Emerging Writers who were in the building!About LaToya: Born and raised in Los Angeles, writer-producer LaToya Morgan is known for her work on Shameless, Parenthood, Turn: Washington's Spies, Into the Badlands and The Walking Dead.Recently, she joined forces with J.J. Abrams to co-create, showrun and executive produce the HBO MAX series Duster under her shingle TinkerToy Productions alongside Bad Robot for Warner Brothers Television which had its international premiere at Canne series, the Cannes International Series Festival in France in the Spring of 2025. The show premiered May 15th, 2025 is currently airing on the streamer weekly on Thursday nights through July.On the feature side, Morgan has projects at Universal, Paramount, and was tapped by Amazon/MGM and horror grandmaster George Romero's family to write a new sequel to the iconic film Night of the Living Dead.Morgan is an advisor and mentor for the Sundance Institute, Film Independent, and Outfest Episodic Labs and the WGA's Inclusion and Equity committee. She wrote, produced and directed the award winning short film Team Marilyn which was distributed on STARZ and is expanding into a feature film. In addition to writing for DC Comics, Morgan's best-selling genre-bending sci-fi comic book series Dark Blood was recently published by BOOM! Studios. She was enlisted by the company once again – this time along with Creed star Michael B. Jordan and his company Outlier Society – to write Creed: The Next Round, the first ever comic book tie-in for the franchise.Morgan holds an MFA in Screenwriting from the American Film Institute Conservatory, is a two-time NAACP Image Award nominee, and a member of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.Subscribe, like, follow, share & 5-star review!Our Motto: “Keep it GAME all day!"WWW.SCREENWRITERSRANTROOM.COMFor information, Merch (NEW T-SHIRTS/HOODIES), and all things Rant Room!https://screenwriters-rant-room.printify.me/productsEMAIL: ScreenwritersRantRoom@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Hilliard Guess on all social media@Hilliardguess.bsky.socialIG: @ScreenwritersRantRoomGuests:@Morganicink@CheckmystaatsWE ARE NOW OPEN TO SPONSORSHIPS AND BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Screenwritersrantroom@gmail.com

We recently put out a listener survey and the results are in...y'all want more from the Mamas! So in this episode, while Felicia's off handling her business (we're so proud of you, Fee!), Codie, Melanie, and Ashley reintroduce themselves, reflecting on how they became the women and mothers they are today. From unplanned pregnancies and navigating pregnancy without health insurance, to finding purpose in motherhood and building community through The Mama's Den - the Mamas open up about why honest conversations matter and why they keep showing up for the Village.======We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.Make sure you connect with our Mamas:Ashley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codiecoFelicia - @felicialatourMelanie - @melaniefiona________________________ LOVE BLACK LOVE? Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.comFollow us on -Facebook: blacklovedoc  Instagram: blacklove  Tiktok: blackloveinc#BlackLoveDoc#blacklove#blacklovemagic

In this episode, Akashic Records Reader and Energy Coach Kanika Vasudeva dives into soul contracts, what are akashic records show us about our soul and the 'big lessons' we're living in this lifetime. This was a profound conversation that gets deeply personal - and we want to include a trigger warning as their is discussion of child loss.Kanika's Links:Website3-part free series for ParentsReady to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here: 1.

Join Dr. Michael Homer as he explores the fertility treatment options available to LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples. From IUI and IVF to reciprocal IVF, egg and sperm donation, and gestational surrogacy, Dr. Homer breaks down how personalized care plans can help make parenthood possible for every family. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to take the next step, this episode offers expert guidance on building the family of your dreams.

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Wayne Chaff the Next Generation Pastor about teen fathers and teenage parenthood. 702 AFTERNOONS WITH RELEBOGILE MABOTJA PODCAST BOILERPLATE 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Fortress of Resilience: A Family's Unyielding Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-06-15-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: На врху Калемегданске тврђаве, сунце се пробијало кроз младе лишће, одашиљући зраке који су загревали пролећни ваздух.En: At the top of the Kalemegdan Fortress, the sun broke through the young leaves, sending rays that warmed the spring air.Sr: Било је рано поподне, време када ветар доноси тихо шуштање река Саве и Дунава.En: It was early afternoon, a time when the wind carries the gentle rustle of the Sava and Danube rivers.Sr: Људи су били свуда, али у том тренутку, за Милоша, свет је био само он и његова породица.En: People were everywhere, but at that moment, for Miloš, the world was only him and his family.Sr: Ана је лагано распремала чекерасту ћебад, док је Лука трчао около, зачуђен новим мирисима и призорима.En: Ana was casually unpacking the checkered blankets, while Luka ran around, amazed by the new scents and sights.Sr: Милош је посматрао, кукајући мислима које су га мучиле већ неко време.En: Miloš watched, burdened by thoughts that had been troubling him for some time.Sr: Те мисли су му сметале да у потпуности ужива у сунчаном дану.En: These thoughts prevented him from fully enjoying the sunny day.Sr: Так хотелан поглед на породицу изазивао је радост, али истовремено и опрез.En: Such a heartwarming sight of his family evoked joy, but at the same time, caution.Sr: "Тата, дођи да се играмо жмурке!En: "Dad, come play hide and seek!"Sr: " викнуо је Лука весело, пре него што је нестао из вида за оближњим дрветом.En: Luka shouted cheerfully before disappearing behind a nearby tree.Sr: Милош је климнуо главом, покушавајући да одгурне терет умака.En: Miloš nodded, trying to push away the mental burden.Sr: Али, истина је громко куцала на вратима његовог срца.En: But truth was loudly knocking on the door of his heart.Sr: "Ана, можемо ли причати?En: "Ana, can we talk?"Sr: " упитао је Милош, док је гледао како Ана нежно распреда лагане сендвиче.En: Miloš asked as he watched Ana gently spreading light sandwiches.Sr: "Наравно," одговори Ана уз осмех, разумејући да је нешто у Милошевом тону другачије.En: "Of course," Ana replied with a smile, understanding there was something different in Miloš's tone.Sr: Она седе поред њега, гледајући га у очи.En: She sat next to him, looking into his eyes.Sr: Милош дубоко удахну и проговори: "Знаш, има нешто што морам да ти кажем.En: Miloš took a deep breath and spoke: "You know, there's something I need to tell you.Sr: Наша финансијска ситуација није добра.En: Our financial situation is not good.Sr: Недавно сам изгубио клијенте и стижу рачуни…"Анин израз остао је миран и топао.En: I've recently lost clients, and the bills are coming…" Ana's expression remained calm and warm.Sr: Милош је осетио олакшање, као да му је скинута тежина с рамена.En: Miloš felt relief, as if a weight had been lifted from his shoulders.Sr: "Милоше, заједно смо у овоме.En: "Miloš, we're in this together.Sr: Негде ћемо снаћи решење.En: We'll find a solution somewhere.Sr: Битно је само да имамо једно друго," Ана му стисну руку охрабрујући га.En: The only thing that matters is that we have each other," Ana squeezed his hand, encouraging him.Sr: Милош је погледао према месту где се Лука играо.En: Miloš looked toward where Luka was playing.Sr: Њихов син трчао је срећно, не знајући за напетости које су у том моменту отпловиле.En: Their son ran happily, unaware of the tensions that, at that moment, had sailed away.Sr: Тишина се населила међу њима, али то више није била она тишина страха.En: A silence settled among them, but it was no longer a silence of fear.Sr: Напротив, она је била пуна нада и заједничке одлучности.En: On the contrary, it was full of hope and mutual determination.Sr: Милош је сада знао да је отвореност права снага и да је његова породица највећа подршка коју има.En: Miloš now knew that openness was true strength and that his family was the greatest support he had.Sr: Поново се окренуо према Ани, осмехујући се.En: He turned again to Ana, smiling.Sr: "И даље мислим да мој најбољи потез у животу си ти," рекао је.En: "I still think that my best move in life is you," he said.Sr: Ана се кратко насмејала, и обоје су се вратили пикнику, спремни да се суоче са будућношћу.En: Ana gave a short laugh, and they both returned to the picnic, ready to face the future.Sr: Тврђава је и даље стајала високо изнад, као сведок њихове љубави и храбрости.En: The fortress still stood tall above, as a witness to their love and courage. 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Is your child struggling with eczema, weight gain, or frequent illnesses? Pediatrician and mom of three, Dr. Ana Maria, reveals how food—not just medicine—transformed her kids' health. Discover the hidden dangers of sugar, the link between nutrition and disease, and the small changes that made a big difference. Packed with real-life stories and doctor-approved tips every parent needs to hear.Press play—your child's healthier future could begin here.Full episodeImportant links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryan Fernando App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Diet plan ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blood test⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cancer screening⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Studies of the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Socials:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link tree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Products to purchase:-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Collagen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1CHAZE 1500g⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1CHAZE 750g ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find Ana here: InstagramYouTube Website Her book Time Stamps: 00:00 - Trailer ⁠ 3:00 - Intro 3:01⁠- Ana's Journey 6:38⁠ - Relation between food and chronic illness11:25- Do C-section babies fall sick more often 15:30 - Do Indians become sicker in America 18:00 - The truth behind pesticides 23:05- Are Eastern families healthier than Western families? 24:56 - Is batch cooking worse than ordering from outside28:58- Why choose Ryan's Nutrition Plan 29:37 - Ancient Secret Western Medicine should take seriously 32:33 - data parents should know 37:14- 3 tips for raising healthy kids44:54- right time to get your child's blood test47:51- genetic test to prevent illness at the root51:11- Can nutrition help in autism 56:12 - Why is it important to discuss bowel movement 1:00:52 - Can a microbiome test help your child 1:03:45 - neurological issues and nutrition 1:06:00 - Playing outside for brain development 1:09:00 - How iPads are making children dumber 1:12:52 - fever, antibiotics and kids' health 1:21:05 - rapid fire

You want to be a father, but your tragic family history of psychopathy and suicide has you worried about passing along cursed DNA. It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1168On This Week's Feedback Friday:Gabe makes his own deodorant from a secret family recipe, because of course he does!Think you've heard a problem solved here that sounds a little too familiar? We promise our dooze is crafted 100% fresh despite being bound by the mundanity of the human condition.Your brother destroyed your family with false accusations, your dad died by suicide, and now you're terrified of having kids because what if they inherit the same darkness? You're caught between wanting a biological child and fearing you'll create another monster. Can you break the cycle, or are some genes just too dangerous to pass on?You got into grad school in Texas — a dream come true! But your boyfriend's parents are treating your exciting move like you're literally kidnapping their son to a foreign war zone. They won't even look at you anymore, and suddenly family dinners feel like hostage negotiations. How do you chase your dreams when love feels like betrayal?A debt collector is hunting you for money you don't owe, for a person you're not, living at an address you've never seen. They won't answer calls, won't stop emailing, and threaten to destroy your credit score over someone else's Verizon bill. Can you escape this Kafkaesque nightmare before it ruins your financial future?You landed your dream law school acceptance, but your timing couldn't be worse — budget cuts are coming, and your departure will leave your beloved colleagues scrambling. They threw you a surprise bridal shower, and now you have to break their hearts with your secret. How do you chase your future without burning bridges to your past?Recommendation of the Week: Never dumping medication in the toilet or sink!Your meth-head ex-husband can't even manage to pay child support — his mommy does it for him. When she apologized for being late this month, you couldn't resist a snarky dig about whose responsibility it really is. Your own mother says you were rude, but shouldn't deadbeat dads face consequences? When does gratitude become enabling?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:The Perfect Jean: 15% off first order: theperfectjean.nyc, code JORDAN15BetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanHammer Made: $50 off first purchase, $199+: hammermade.com/jordan, code JORDANLand Rover Defender: landroverusa.comAudible: Visit audible.com/jhs or text JHS to 500-500See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The focus of perinatal mental health is often on mothers, but we can't discount the importance of fathers' mental health on children, families, and relationships. Dads everywhere are struggling, and they often do so in silence. We need to raise awareness of this aspect of mental health! The Monday after Father's Day is International Fathers' Mental Health Day, so I'm discussing this topic and sharing helpful information in today's episode. Show Highlights: The messaging to boys and men from society My approach with clients and their partners is to try to reach more fathers. A compassionate approach promotes healing. M&M episodes focused on fathers and their mental health: 345: A New Father's Experience Through His Wife's Postpartum Psychosis with Tony Pacitti 286: Foundations in Paternal Perinatal Mental Health with Dr. Daniel Singley 274: Healing from Paternal Postpartum Depression with Kevin Seldon 273: The Emotional Wellness of Fathers with Adam Angel, LCSW  242: The Value of Fathers and The Black Voice in Parenthood with Reginald Day 195: Paternal Postpartum Depression with David Levine  181: Fathers and Perinatal Mental Health with Dr. Sheehan Fisher  177: The Loss of a Wife and Mother to PPD with Steven D'Achille   23: “He's Not Talking About It,” A Father's Journey with Mark Williams Frightening statistics about fathers' mental health Stigma prevents men from reporting symptoms and seeking help. Risk factors for dads are similar to those of moms. (Dads are up to 50% more likely to experience perinatal mental health issues if their partner experiences them.) Dads can feel excluded from caregiving and disconnected from mom and baby. Dads should be screened just like moms! We can do better to meet the needs of fathers! Partners should check in with each other and check on each other's mental health. Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, ⁠email me⁠ about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello & welcome back to Raw Intentions! This week, I sat down with the ultimate power couple — Rachel and Alex Engen. They're parents, entrepreneurs, and two of the most grounded humans I've ever met. Rachel is a Denver-based outdoor influencer and photographer, and Alex is a financial advisor who specializes in family planning. We talk all about how they met, what it was like having kids super young, and the totally wild, beautiful journey they've taken together since then. From health scares that shifted their ENTIRE perspective, to balancing business, parenthood, and partnership — they get real about what it's like to grow together as individuals and as a team. We also talk about raising kids with no family around, parenting advice they wish they'd heard earlier, and betting on yourself even when the odds feel stacked. This convo was so honest, refreshing, and inspiring. Can't wait to hear what you think xoRachel Engen: https://www.instagram.com/rachellynnengen/Your mom shreds: https://www.instagram.com/yourmomshreds/Alex Engen: https://www.instagram.com/_alexengen/?hl=enShop Raw & Rebellious: https://www.rawrebellious.com/Raw & Rebellious Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raw_rebellious/Raw & Rebellious TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@raw_rebellious?lang=enRaw Intentions Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawintentionspodcast/

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The Idiots figure out that torture can be a fun thing, when it's done right.  A quick reminder when you kill a beaver it's best to keep it to yourself or kill the other guy too.  Sometimes being a trailblazer can be a dumb thing.  

Jiezhen Wu, leadership coach and community builder, joins Jeremy Au to explore how identity, leadership and parenting intersect in shaping purposeful careers. They trace her journey from nonprofit work and Harvard to coaching C-suite leaders across Asia. Together, they reflect on living by design rather than default, the trade-offs of relocating from the US to Singapore, and the internal clarity needed to define true success. Jiezhen unpacks how becoming a mother reshaped her professional lens, why Southeast Asia holds untapped potential for leadership development, and how frameworks can guide but not dictate growth. The episode blends candid stories, cultural nuance and practical reflection for anyone navigating career and life transitions. 01:29 Identity evolves across life stages: Jiezhen shares how becoming a parent, moving countries and shifting careers reshaped how she introduces herself and lives more intentionally. 04:28 Leadership coaching creates systemic impact: Coaching senior leaders unlocks broader ripple effects across organizations, communities and even family systems. 10:08 Parenting clarified her values and time choices: Her decision to integrate work she loves with being present for her children guided her career shift and focus. 14:10 Returning to Singapore aligned purpose and place: While the US offered development, Asia felt like home with stronger roots and a clearer sense of impact. 19:09 Flexible playbooks work better than fixed plans: She encourages leaders to replace rigid five-year plans with adaptive playbooks that evolve with life's seasons. 20:42 Success requires clarity and courage: Coaching often helps people articulate what they truly want and take steps toward it instead of staying stuck or self-sabotaging. 28:31 Tools are useful when customized to the individual: Jiezhen uses coaching frameworks, leadership dialogues and self-designed models like the Possibly Playbook to support reflection and change. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/jiezhen-wu-playbook-over-plan Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

She's been a labor and delivery nurse for 15 years and there's a gap in women's care she want you to know about. Rachel Taylor joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr to talk about the fourth trimester of pregnancy. Whether you're a mom expecting a new baby or someone who wants to help new moms, this is a don't miss conversation.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4kuBVOW 

Join us for a fierce and loving conversation with Cynthia Mumtaz Anderson, Pakastani adoptee mother of two and social justice professional. Cynthia shares about her inspiring practice of Kitchen Table Politics where she has honest conversations with her children and partner about current events, how they are affecting their lives, and what they are going to do about it together. We talk about her feelings about the changing political landscape, and witnessing her sons' heartbreak while she empowers them to use their privilege to defend themselves and the people they love. We also touch on belonging, safety, citizenship, white allyship, forgiveness, and trust with special focus on Cynthia's journey of revising her relationship with performative interactions and modeling self love for her sons and her own inner child. Cynthia Anderson BioCynthia Anderson's biological name is Mumtaz which she has tattooed on the inside of her arm. She is the ammi (mother in Urdu) of two amazing boys, wife, daughter, Pakistani American adoptee, and she believes that our true worth in this life is measured by the kindness, love, and compassion we offer to others. She has worked at the University of Washington in Seattle for 19 years as an academic adviser and is active in social justice work there and in her community.Co-Hosts: Nari Baker & Robyn ParkMusic: Mike Marlatt & Paul GulledgeAudio Production: Frederico Soler FernándezArtwork: Dalhe KimListen on: iTunes & SpotifyInstagram: @laboroflovepodcastSupport via Venmo: @laboroflovepodcast

In this heartfelt season finale of the MomForce Podcast, Vanessa Quigley is joined by Chatbooks CMO, and fellow mom, Karen Peterson for a conversation that every parent will feel in their bones. Together, they open up about the emotional rollercoaster of parenting milestones, from preschool graduations and big-kid beds to the life-shifting moment of sending a child off to college. They reflect on the beauty of “lasts and firsts,” the myth of control in motherhood, and the power of reframing painful transitions as sacred moments. Karen shares her personal journey raising her son Gavin, a sought after D1-bound wheelchair basketball athlete who defied the odds after being born with spina bifida. She recounts the early years, where simple, difficult moments like coaxing Gavin through tears with a walker at the back of Costco laid the foundation for the independence and strength he now carries into adulthood. They also talk candidly about the grief and growth that comes with change, the emotional whiplash of summer parenting, and how moms so often hold themselves to impossible standards. Whether you're deep in toddler chaos or navigating an emptying nest, this episode is a reminder that you're doing better than you think.  Follow Vanessa  Follow Chatbooks  5:15 Reframing lasts into firsts  5:45 We are supporting characters in our children's lives  7:20 Realizing you have a lot less control than you think you actually do  9:45 The reality of being a parent of a D1 athlete  10:56 Our kids are our greatest teachers  14:00 Every stage of motherhood has hard moments  15:29 Photos help remind us of all of the hard things we've made it through  18:48 Life transitions are all about the "and" to process all the feelings  22:40 You are the perfect parent for your child. You know what your child needs even if other parents judge you.  25:40 Live in the moment this summer. Chatbooks will be there for you when school is back in session!     

In this powerful episode, Dr. Zoe sits down with author and biblical life coach Dawn Ward to talk about the often-invisible toll that guilt, shame, and self-blame take on mothers of addicted children. Dawn shares how faith helped her move forward in her calling, even while her loved ones were still in the midst of their struggle. Together, they explore how trauma can keep us stuck, what it means to truly feel again, and how to reclaim peace without waiting for the perfect outcome. Dawn Ward is an author, speaker, Bible teacher, and a certified biblical life coach. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry offering support and encouragement to women with addicted loved ones. She is married to Steve and mom to three adult children. Her book, From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children, published September 2024, is now available.   Connect with Dawn: Website: www.thefaithtoflourish.com Instagram: @thefaithtoflourishblog Her Book: From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children: here   Resources & Links: Free Downloads: Steps to Healing from Complex Shame™: here Share This Episode With: A friend stuck in a confusing, painful relationship Someone who keeps hoping for change but needs permission to take a breath Any woman struggling to trust again—whether in their relationship, or in themselves Subscribe + Review: If this episode spoke to your heart, please rate and review the show! It helps more women like you find the strength to get stronger in their difficult places.   Connect with me: Dr. Zoe Shaw on Instagram Dr. Zoe Shaw on Facebook Dr. Zoe Shaw Website    

This one's straight from the heart. In this episode, I get real about what it actually means to be a parent in today's world. We're talking about the sleepless nights, the moments we snap, the guilt we carry, and the love that drives it all. This isn't just for parents—it's for anyone who's ever been someone's child. And let's be honest... that's all of us. I open up about raising four daughters across two generations, how I've evolved as a father, and what I've learned (sometimes the hard way) about presence, emotional safety, and healing generational patterns. I'll share the moments I've failed, the moments I've grown, and what I pray my kids will remember about me. If you're struggling with your kids, with your own parents, or just trying to figure this whole thing out—this one's for you.

In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, we dive deep into balancing career and parenthood after experiencing loss. Donna introduces business professional Audrey Faust, a CFO with unique methods that blend financial expertise and personal development. Audrey shares invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, from the importance of separating personal and business finances to strategies for scaling a business. Alongside discussing key financial strategies, Audrey highlights the role of money mindset and manifesting success, revealing how she integrates these concepts into her coaching. The episode is packed with practical advice and empowering stories for sole parents, aspiring entrepreneurs, and those navigating major life transitions. 00:00 Introduction to Widow Wisdom and Wealth Podcast  00:39 Meet Audrey Faust: CFO with a Unique Approach 01:15 Balancing Career and Parenthood After Loss 02:37 Financial Tips for New Entrepreneurs 03:41 Understanding Business Finances 06:40 The Importance of Keeping Business and Personal Finances Separate 13:13 Scaling Your Business: A Case Study 19:26 The Power of Money Mindset and Manifestation 28:53 Personal Stories and Practical Tips 32:36 Exciting Announcements and Future Plans More about our guest Audrey! Audrey Faust is a CFO, financial strategist, and the creator of Profitable Business Academy, where she helps women entrepreneurs master their financials, pricing, and business strategy to build sustainable, scalable, and profitable companies—without burning out. Links: Website: www.audreyfaustconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreyfaust/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/businessfinancialliteracy/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfY8RjyfArU1m14acmR3-Lw Buy 'She Grows Rich' Book: https://a.co/d/32IXRAl Join the Profitable Business Academy: https://www.audreyfaustconsulting.com/profitable-business-academy      _______________________________ CONNECT

In this episode of Behind the Business, I'm thrilled to welcome Jessie Gutierrez, a local mom of two and fellow Hurrdat ONE podcaster from Omaha Mom Talks. We're diving into the beautiful chaos of motherhood, the challenges of running your own business, and, of course, our shared love for all things Bravo!   If you've ever felt stretched too thin or wondered how to juggle the demands of work and family, this episode is packed with relatable insights and laughter. Plus, we share our thoughts on the latest Bravo drama that has us hooked!   Connect with Jessie Visit Jessie's website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/   Follow Jessie on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn  Connect with me! Visit my website: https://www.hellojilldudz.com/   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areyoujillous?igsh=NGtma3p1ZmI1NTFp https://www.instagram.com/hellojilldudz?igsh=MXI2ZmRqMzR3a3pzaQ==   Follow A Local Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alocalcollective?igsh=MTltbHY0NTNwcHE4OQ==   Follow Hurrdat ONE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hurrdatone?igsh=NDZucnhvZXA0aTRm    This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit HurrdatONE YouTube Channel!

On this week's episode, the sisters are diving into the rise of women who are choosing themselves, delaying motherhood, or opting out of parenthood altogether. Whether it's to pursue purpose, protect peace, or simply honour personal choice, we explore the societal pressures, unspoken judgments, and growing freedom to define womanhood on our own terms.

Grammy-winning singer, author, and mama Victoria Monét is in the Den! Victoria opens up about how motherhood has shifted her mindset - from navigating the stigma of being pregnant in the music industry to guarding her joy, mastering time management, and finding inspiration for her hit song “On My Mama.” Victoria and the Mamas also talk about the power of having a village, and why leading by example and leaving a legacy matters. Plus, Victoria shares the story behind her new children's book, Everywhere You Are - a beautiful picture book about the unbreakable connection between kids and their parents.Everywhere You Are is available for pre-order now and in bookstores on June 24, 2025.======We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.Make sure you connect with our Mamas:Ashley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codiecoFelicia - @felicialatourMelanie - @melaniefiona

 In this episode, host Nick invites Aiden Biasi to discuss the complexities of maintaining traditional gender roles in the modern world. They explore topics such as balancing fatherhood, career, and personal growth, the importance of open communication in relationships, and the challenges of navigating societal expectations. They also delve into personal experiences with family dynamics and the evolving nature of relationships. The conversation includes reflections on how societal norms impact personal decisions and the significance of facing one's true self. Aiden shares insights on how his family supports him and the importance of finding a balance between masculine and feminine traits.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup00:30 Respect and High-Performing Men00:57 Challenges of Fatherhood01:27 Importance of Personal Growth01:57 Family Dynamics and Relationships02:39 Dana's Delicious Hot Cross Buns04:52 Traditional Roles and Modern Society06:06 Feminism and Family Structure12:13 Reflections on Relationships19:31 Navigating Post-Breakup Emotions32:57 Balancing Traditional Roles in Marriage39:59 Balancing Communication Styles in Relationships40:33 Reflecting on Childhood and Communication Patterns41:16 The Importance of Open and Honest Conversations41:42 Navigating Demands and Ego in Relationships42:17 Healing Personal Traumas for Better Relationships42:23 Roles and Responsibilities in Marriage44:20 Trusting the Divine Plan and Self-Improvement45:30 The Key to Personal Growth46:34 Stoicism and Reactions to Life's Challenges49:20 The Journey of Marriage and Self-Discovery50:34 The Impact of Media on Relationship Expectations51:05 Facing Challenges Head-On51:22 Metaphors from 'The NeverEnding Story'53:11 Building Confidence and Making Decisions54:21 The Evolution of Marriage and Engagement55:17 The Beauty of Opposites in Relationships57:21 The Role of Silence and Harmony in Relationships58:27 The Fool Speaks, the Wise Man Listens59:01 The Purpose of Podcasting and Sharing Wisdom01:00:38 Analyzing Viral Clips and Gender Roles01:07:15 The Battle Between Masculine and Feminine01:11:07 The Blessing of Parenthood and Traditional Values01:15:12 The Illusion of Confidence and Social Media01:18:29 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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What does it really take to pursue a PhD while raising two children, juggling work life, and living through a global pandemic? In this special guest episode, I sit down with Dr Milensu Shanyinde from the Work Academic Mum blog, a Zambian-born, now UK-based Lead Medical Statistician whose journey through academia has been anything but conventional.From unexpected detours to quiet triumphs, Milensu shares how she navigated life, learning, and identity in spaces where she often stood out—and stood strong. Whether you're a Scholarly Mama® or simply someone chasing big goals, this episode will challenge your perspective on success, resilience, and what's possible when you refuse to quit.Tune in for a conversation that's honest, inspiring, and full of moments that just might surprise you!Visit Dr Shanyinde's Work Academic Mum blog or follow her on Instagram.Want more?1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.2. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads3. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!4. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!These are our journeys of becoming!Send me a text message.Support the show

We all know raising kids takes a village—but what if you’re the one building that village? What if you're the one creating the spaces where children feel safe? Daycare Tessa Holloway is the Owner and Director of Kidz Karousel, a network of early learning centers with nine locations across South Louisiana. What started as a personal decision to save her children’s daycare in Port Allen has grown into one of the region’s most recognized family-centered childcare businesses. Tessa and her husband built Kidz Karousel around the needs of families, because they were one. Today, Kidz Karousel is a sought-after partner for major employers like Woman’s Hospital and Our Lady of the Lake. Daddy When we talk about building stronger communities, we often start with kids' education, mentoring and opportunities. But what if we went one step further and invested in the people raising them? That’s exactly what Levar Robinson is doing with Fathers on a Mission. After years of mentoring youth, Levar realized the deeper need wasn’t just helping kids—it was supporting their dads. Today, he leads a growing nonprofit that empowers fathers to be more present, more prepared, and more connected. And in doing so, he’s reshaping what family support looks like in Baton Rouge—and soon, across Louisiana. Parenthood isn’t easy—it takes dedication, patience, and a whole lot of support from the community around you. Levar and Tessa are both showing us that building stronger communities starts at home—whether that’s creating safe, nurturing spaces for kids or empowering the fathers who shape their lives. Their work is a reminder that real change happens when people step up, not just to fill a need, but to build something lasting for families and the whole city. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Ian Ledo and Miranda Albarez at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this darkly funny personal essay, I reflect on the chaos and compromises of parenting through the lens of a family trip inspired by our toddler's obsession with Thomas the Tank Engine. It's got trains, rain, and an unforgettable roadside bathroom situation. Think David Sedaris meets wooden railroads.Watch as I recount two pivotal moments in our family's journey with Thomas, complete with backward train rides and a showdown at a gas station that no longer sells gas.If you've ever traveled long distances with a child under five, this one's for you.#ParentingStories #ThomasTheTankEngine #Storytime #DavidSedarisStyle #HumorEssay #RealParenting #FamilyTrips #ComedyVideo

NPR's Rhaina Cohen has taken a close look at friend-powered parenting, joining shared households to see how neighbor-and-friend alliances can break the isolation of modern parenthood. We'll talk about the challenges of communal living and what parents gain—emotionally, practically, even financially—when they raise their kids with their friends. Cohen's recent piece for the Atlantic is “A Grand Experiment in Parenthood and Friendship.” Would you raise your kids with your best pals? Guests: Rhaina Cohen, producer and editor for the NPR Documentary podcast Embedded; author of the Atlantic piece, "A Grand Experiment in Parenthood and Friendship" Phil Levin, founder, Live Near Friends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining us on the Fertility Forward podcast today is Trystan Reese, an award-winning author, facilitator, and longtime advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion with nearly two decades of experience in the trans community. Trystan is the author of the acclaimed memoir How We Do Family (2021) and co-author of the children's book The Light of You, written with his partner, Biff Chaplow. A Lambda Literary Fellow, Trystan first captured national attention with his viral storytelling performance on The Moth's mainstage. He is also the founder of Collaborate Consulting, LLC, where he leads training on LGBTQ+ inclusion, and his work has been featured in multiple anthologies focused on mental health and social justice. In today's conversation, Trystan shares his powerful story of navigating pregnancy as a transgender man. He reflects on how he researched and prepared for the experience, offers thoughts on current “best practices” around hormones and gestational care, and unpacks both internal and systemic barriers to trans-inclusive fertility support. Most importantly, he leaves listeners with a message of hope, resilience, and deep wisdom. Don't miss this inspiring and eye-opening episode, tune in now! 

Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.  Today we are lucky to share a few minutes with Steph Sprenger. She is a writer, producer, stand-up comic, and single Mom to two teenage girls. She produces Listen To Your Mother Boulder, a live storytelling show, and facilitates creative writing workshops for midlife women at The HerStories Project. As co-host of The Mother Plus Podcast and columnist at The Reclamation Era, she champions women who want to understand and celebrate their neurodivergence, especially at midlife. Steph is currently working on a memoir, “Breadcrumbs Across Suburbia” which is the story of a nostalgia pilgrimage which turns into a therapeutic reclamation by way of visiting her 17 prior homes; which we will talk about a little, in addition to learning about the path she followed which led her here. [You are now safely here, too]  Enjoy! 01:48 - Introducing and welcome the multi-talented Steph Sprenger!! 01:51 - Please share with us your background, and about why you were diagnosed?  Ref: perimenopause 02:47 - How did your ADHD diagnosis change your perspective on yourself and your family? 03:04 - What were some of the biggest challenges or surprises along the way? Ref: Inattentive ADHD 04:00 - Growing up, did you feel something was different with you, but you couldn't pinpoint just what? 04:08 - On “why can't I”, neurodivergence and personal coping mechanisms in relationships and work 05:07 - What specific tools have helped you figure out your brain? Ref: Internal Family Systems - Therapy 06:22 - About applying the wrong operation manual to your personal operating system. 07:11 - If you are Inattentive ADHD, your external behavior is only extension of what's happening to you, and your thoughts internally. 07:37 - Not everyone has a constant-running inner dialogue ..wait, What?!?  Ref: A Neurodiverse Namaste on radar/tractor beam 08:49- ADHD changes as you become older as you gain perspective and better tools 10:35 - Family and best friends can really be one and the same. ADHD is never a copout. 11:57 - Is there something to ADHD and divorce? Can dueling ADHD Superpowers produce conflict? 12:15 - On fun tool kits like: setting relationship expectations, meeting specific needs, and respect for systems we neurodiverse in place such as: “Watering Wednesday, or Fridge Friday”.  13:33 - Peter's Article in Medium. Ten Ways to be Happier When You Live/Love Someone Diagnosed With ADHD #trust #wetriedreallyhard #notbroken #guilt 14:00 - On parenting and leading by example with sensitive language choices and non-shaming positivity 14:48 - On the importance of good friends who also “speak your language” 15:53 - Tell us what you've learned by working in tandem with Moms and neurodiverse women? 18:00 - An example of parenting, but also personal systems that are working, consistently 19:20 - More on rituals and rigorous systems. ref: What is a mnemonic device as pertains to psychology? 20:32 - Smarthomes are good for you- you should not feel like you are being chased by a bear in the morning 21:36 - On breaking stereotypes and how it is excruciatingly difficult sometimes. 22:10 - How can people find you? @mother_plus_podcast on INSTA and via  https://stephaniesprenger.com/ 22:55 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon! Do you know anyone who is doing wonderful things with #ADHD or their neurodivergent brain? We would love to have them on to learn how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked! My link tree is here if you're looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman

Send us a textAhoy Spacemen! Today on the show, Mike and Rob talk about Sailing with Phoenix. If you don't know who that is, are you even living your life vicariously through social media? Spaceman, get on my level. Mostly, we talk about how there is real advantages to learning to live without things. It's not always good to get anything you want whenever you want. Try cutting some stuff off. I mean, I'm not suggesting a finger or anything, but maybe social media or something. Just not The Manspace. No one should live without that. Keywordssailing, life choices, parenthood, career, sacrifice, authenticity, social media, personal growth, relationships, reframingTakeawaysLife choices often involve significant sacrifices.The journey of sailing symbolizes the pursuit of personal freedom.Parenthood brings unique challenges that affect personal aspirations.Reframing loss can help in finding value in sacrifices.Not everyone can afford to pursue their dreams without consequences.It's important to recognize the trade-offs in career decisions.Learning to go without can enhance personal growth.Passion can be cultivated rather than just followed.Focusing on gains rather than losses can lead to a more fulfilling life.Sound Bites"I want that so bad.""You have to reframe that.""Go get your inner sailboat on."Chapters00:00Exploring the Concept of Living Without17:21The Trade-offs of Life Choices23:15Navigating Relationships and Sacrifices24:41The Complexity of Giving Up27:14Aging and Acceptance29:45Marriage and Sacrifice31:24The Value of Parenthood33:58Reframing Loss in Relationships40:06Understanding Change and Adaptation45:58Pursuing Passion vs. PracticalitySpread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

When doubts and questions started to emerge for church planter and author Niki Hardy, it was hard to know what to do with them. Niki Hardy shares her journey of learning to get real with God, learning to talk and process with Him in a new way, in this vulnerable and important conversation with AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4joqdUE 

In this powerful Pride Month episode of The Fertility Podcast, Natalie is joined by the inspiring Laura-Rose Thorogood, founder of LGBT Mummies, CEO of Make Births Better, and proud mother of four donor-conceived children. Laura-Rose shares her raw and deeply personal fertility journey, from IUI and IVF to pregnancy loss, secondary infertility, and birth trauma. But this episode is about more than just personal experience. It's about advocacy, equity, and making space for every type of family. You'll also hear why she joined Fertility Action as a Trustee, her take on what's missing in fertility funding for the LGBTQ+ community, and what real inclusion should look like in the workplace and beyond. What We Talk About Laura-Rose's decade-long fertility journey, loss, trauma, and family joy Why she founded LGBT Mummies and how it grew into a global community The impact of systemic discrimination, lack of inclusive funding, and workplace inequality Fertility justice, policy change, and recent campaign work in Parliament How co-production, safe spaces, and queer representation are key to lasting change Practical advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed or unsupported in their journey Why emotional safety and peer support are essential for LGBTQ+ people navigating fertility Links and Resources LGBT Mummies websiteLGBT Mummies on LinkedInFacebookTikTokThreadsFertility ActionLet's Stay Connected DM Natalie on Instagram: @fertilitypoddy Follow Fertility Action: @fertilityactionEmail thoughts or guest ideas: natalie@thefertilitypodcast.com Subscribe on your podcast app to stay updated A Word From Our Sponsor – Proceive We're delighted to be partnering with Proceive this season. Their high-strength fertility supplements for men and women are trusted by healthcare professionals and available in-store at Holland & Barrett or online. Use code FP20 for 20 percent off your order at www.proceive.com

We're very excited this week to welcome everyone's favourite Youtube couple to the studio - it's Rose and Rosie!As a same-sex couple, finding information on how to start a family is not easy. Rose and Rosie open up to Gi about the challenges of navigating a heteronormative healthcare system, from choosing a sperm donor, to IUI vs IVF, and what it's like to be the 'other mother.'Plus, they discuss feeling the pressure to get everything right as a same-sex parent, Rose's struggle with feeling rejected by her son, and Rosie's experience with postpartum depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listeners who are ambivalent about having kids call in to talk about why they feel that way.

In this captivating episode, host Keith Reza sits down with Dennis Andres, the lead actor in the groundbreaking new musical Juliet and Romeo. They dive into thought-provoking topics like cultural identity, the art of comedy, and the importance of celebrating life's milestones, along with heartfelt discussions on parenthood. The conversation shifts to the creative vision behind Juliet and Romeo, revealing how this fresh adaptation reimagines Shakespeare's classic with innovative twists. Dennis also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the challenges of balancing singing and acting, as well as how COVID-19 transformed audition processes in the theater industry.   Dennis's Socials IG: https://www.instagram.com/denniscrandres/ Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  Follow Keith on all social media platforms: FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza IG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  TT:https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza  Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/  Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter! Takeaways

In this special AAPI Voices episode of That's Total Mom Sense, host Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with content creator and home chef Maryam Ishtiaq. They chat about how food, family, and faith have shaped her identity as a Pakistani-American mom of two. From the joy of cooking traditional dishes to building an online community rooted in authenticity, Maryam shares how she's blending culture and creativity — one meal (and memory) at a time. Sponsored by Lexus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh hello De-Influencers!! Happy Thursday and happy 101st episode of De-Influenced! Quite on brand for us, we did in fact forget to celebrate our 100th episode!! So we're doing it today instead. In honor of 101 episodes with the best audience ever, we are doing a Q&A for y'all. We're answering questions about our marriage, influencing, parenting and more! Plus, we're of course going to talk about the AI elephant in the room, the plush AI toys Jordan bought Stella and Stratton that some of y'all are NOT happy about. We scored some great deals with a few of our favorite brands for our listeners: Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives and make sure you're checking tags to ensure it's the fabric of your life too. Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com Huggies Little Snugglers, now with blowout protection in every direction* *Sizes 1-2. Huggies. Huggies.com. Looking for a formula and want to try Bobbie? Bobbie has an exclusive offer just for De-Influenced listeners. First, visit www.hibobbie.com to find the recipe that fits your journey. Then, apply promo code DANI to get an additional 10% off on your first purchase. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/DEINFLUENCED. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DANIAUSTIN. This deal is not available on their regular website. The Nanit baby monitor is changing parenthood for the better! It's the one baby item we can't live without. And of course, we have a special offer just for our listeners! Get TWENTY PERCENT off your first order with code BABY20. That's B-A-B-Y-20 at Nanit.com NOW! N-A-N-I-T.com. Nanit. Parenthood looks different here. Make sure you're subscribed to our official channel on YouTube, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix! Stay connected with us on Instagram and TikTok @deinfluencedpodcast, and as always thank you for being a part of this journey.  We'll see you next time! we love y'all!! D+J

Memorial Day Reflections and Family MomentsIn this episode of the Older and Wilder podcast, Joy and Claire reminisce about Joy's past Memorial Day challenges, including participating in the Boulder Boulder 10K and the intense Murph workout ON THE SAME DAY. Claire shares a touching experience celebrating her dad's 80th birthday, full of family speeches and memories. They both discuss the significance of caretaking, as Joy recounts her experience supporting her mom through surgery and recovery. Claire updates listeners on her recent black belt test in karate, highlighting her son's growth and achievement. The episode wraps up with hints about a potential future travel adventure to Peru!! 00:00 Introduction and Memorial Day Memories00:37 Explaining the Boulder Bolder and Murph01:02 Family and Birthday Celebrations05:20 Reflecting on Dad's Life and Achievements13:29 Karate Black Belt Test Experience29:06 Mountain Biking and Mom's Surgery Update34:38 Post-Surgery Struggles and Nausea35:54 The Car Ride Home39:03 Settling Back at Home41:23 The Role of Caretaking46:38 Reflections on Parenthood and Caretaking51:10 Surgery and Recovery Insights01:00:55 Travel Plans and Wrap-Up